rambler

noun

ram·​bler ˈram-blər How to pronounce rambler (audio)
Synonyms of ramblernext
1
: one that rambles
2
: any of various climbing roses with long flexible canes and rather small often double flowers in large clusters
3

Examples of rambler in a Sentence

These roses are ramblers, so they will eventually cover the fence. a rambler her whole life, my aunt is likely to send me a postcard from just about any corner of the world
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Plant a Succession of Blooms If space allows, include once-blooming roses like climbers and ramblers, then add in a few repeat- or continuous-blooming roses to carry through the rest of the season. Luke Miller, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 June 2026 With help from its Autech/NMC tuning and customization arm, Nissan has developed out quite a camper van line in Japan, ranging from adorable tiny campers to large wellness-retreat ramblers. C.c. Weiss may 29, New Atlas, 29 May 2026 Jug Handle State Natural Reserve and Russian Gulch State Park are ideal for ramblers. Chelsee Lowe, Travel + Leisure, 28 Jan. 2026 The clatter of rising shutters echoed through the empty streets, the occasional rambler scurried past, along the walls, bundled tightly in his coat, women walked by with milk bottles tucked in shawls wrapped around their chests. Literary Hub, 22 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for rambler

Word History

First Known Use

1624, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of rambler was in 1624

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“Rambler.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rambler. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.

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rambler

noun
ram·​bler ˈram-blər How to pronounce rambler (audio)
1
: a person who rambles
2
: a climbing rose with flexible stems and rather small flowers in large clusters

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